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A full series of History Hit the original video platform exclusive videos on the rarest vehicles of the Second World War. From halftracks and battle cruisers to bombers and gyroplanes, join presenters Luke Tomes, Louee Dessent and James Rogers as they discover the extraordinary vehicles of World War Two. In episode one, Luke and Louee attempt to track down the greatest monster vehicle of World War Two at Armour & Embarkation 2022, an immersive historic event which brings together dozens of original vehicles from the Second World War. The team's challenge was to find some of the biggest, rarest and most impressive vehicles of the Second World War. Among the contenders were the M26 Pacific Dragon Wagon, the M4 High Speed Tractor, the Lloyd Carrier and the Mack NO 7½-ton 6x6 truck pulling a "Long Tom". Military historian James Rogers then dives into the story of one of the world’s best known warships, HMS Belfast. The ship's service in the Royal Navy extended from the beginning of the Second World War to the height of the Cold War, during which

What was life like for a soldier during the American War of Independence? For a special 250th anniversary compilation series, join Luke Tomes, Louee Dessent, and Dan Snow as they explore what the battlefield experience was like for soldiers in the American Revolutionary War as the Continental Army, led by George Washington took the fight to British crown forces to take back the colonies! Whilst Luke is recruited into the 33rd Regiment of Foot, a proud military unit commanded by Lord Charles Cornwallis that took part in almost all major campaigns of the war, Louee enlists in George Washington’s Continental Army, joining the 6th Virginia Regiment to face the redcoats on the battlefield. History Hit then follows Dan Snow to South Carolina to uncover the story of the 1780 Battle of Camden, where remarkable archaeological discoveries, including the remains of 14 soldiers, shed new light on the American Revolution as they are honoured in a moving battlefield memorial. You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive

Join Historian Dan Snow as he answers the most googled questions about the American War of Independence: You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world-renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more.

How did the American Revolution and the War of Independence REALLY begin? Join Dan Snow as he explores the genesis of the conflict that would change the world. You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world-renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more.

Are these the most accurate scenes depicting modern warfare in movies? War historian, NATO Advisor and presenter of History Hit’s Warfare podcast James Rogers is here to tell us. In this video, James delves into the gritty world of modern warfare, as portrayed in some of the most compelling films from recent times. Starting with 'The Hurt Locker' (2008), a tense and thought-provoking portrayal of bomb disposal units in Iraq, James discusses the film's authenticity, and the psychological toll of war. Moving on to 'Beasts of No Nation' (2015) he analyses the depiction of child soldiers in West Africa and the ethical dilemmas faced by those involved in such conflicts. With 'American Sniper' (2014) the focus shifts to the story of Chris Kyle, the most lethal sniper in US military history. James examines the film's depiction of the sniper's role, the psychological impact on soldiers, and the wider implications of war on individuals and society. 'Eye in the Sky' (2015) explores the ethical challenges of modern warfare through a drone strike operation. James dissects the complexities of remote warfare, collateral

Are These The Rarest Planes of World War Two?' In this History Hit exclusive video, Luke Tomes and Louee Dessent travel to the Battle of Britain Airshow at Imperial War Museums Duxford to find the rarest, whackiest and most unique aircraft that saw active service in the Second World War. Starting their day at the Aircraft Restoration Company hangar, Luke and Louee are shown two incredibly rare British World War Two planes by director and pilot John Romain MBE. First, Luke sees a restored Bristol Blenheim fighter-bomber, used in the early years of the war and during the Battle of Britain, which remains the only aircraft of its kind in the world. John then takes Louee around a Westland Lysander, used to rescue pilots and transport spies in occupied Europe. The Lysander is one of only three planes of its kind that remain airworthy in the world. Louee then makes his way to the Fighter Collection hangar where dozens of unique aircraft spanning both world wars are in the process of reconstruction. There he stumbles upon and half-built Fiat CR.42